California King Bed: Extra Length for Taller Sleepers

For those who need more legroom than a standard King provides, the California King bed is a popular solution. Known for its longer dimensions, the California King has become a favorite among taller sleepers and design enthusiasts alike. At Dont Stop Dreaming, we specialize in luxury upholstered bed frames made in-house from scratch — and we can also source a California King mattress and bedding to complete the package.

What is a California King Bed?

A California King mattress typically measures 72 inches wide by 84 inches long. Here’s how it compares:

• Standard King: 76” x 80”

• California King: 72” x 84”

• Texas King: 80” x 98”

• Wyoming King: 84” x 84”

• Alaskan King: 108” x 108”

The California King is slimmer but longer than a standard King, making it ideal for tall sleepers while still offering plenty of width.

Who is the California King Bed For?

The California King is perfect for:

• Tall individuals who want extra legroom.

• Couples who don’t mind a slightly narrower bed than a King.

• Design-forward homeowners who prefer a longer, leaner look in their bedroom.

• Bedrooms that can comfortably fit a 6-foot-wide bed but benefit from additional length.

The Challenges of Buying a California King Bed

While more common than Texas, Wyoming, or Alaskan Kings, California Kings can still present challenges:

• Limited frame availability at mainstream furniture stores.

• Mattresses and bedding aren’t as widely stocked as standard King.

• Sourcing issues for custom styles or designs.

How Dont Stop Dreaming Makes It Easy

Because we build all of our upholstered bed frames in-house, we can create a California King in any style, finish, or fabric. Whether you want something sleek and modern or a bold custom statement piece, we’ll make it possible.

And if you’re having trouble finding the rest, we can also help with:

• Mattress sourcing — connecting you with reliable suppliers for the right size.

• Bedding sourcing — ensuring fitted sheets, duvets, and other essentials match perfectly.

• Custom designs — whether you’d like to tweak one of our existing models or bring us your own design concept, we’ll make it from scratch.

Is a California King Right for You?

Before choosing a California King, consider:

• Do you or your partner need extra length for comfortable sleep?

• Do you have the bedroom space (at least 12x12 ft recommended)?

• Are you okay with slightly less width than a standard King?

If the answer is yes, the California King could be the perfect solution.

Ready for Your Custom California King Bed?

At Dont Stop Dreaming, we’re proud to create luxury upholstered bed frames made in-house, from framing to upholstery. Whether you need a California King, Texas King, Wyoming King, Alaskan King, or even a completely custom size, we’ll build your dream bed and help source the mattress and bedding to complete it.

Contact us today for a custom quote and let’s design a California King bed that’s built just for you.